NEW INSTALLATION & RETROFITS

New Installation and Retrofits in Pittsburgh, PA

Get code-compliant fire protection installed on schedule with clean workmanship, coordinated trades, and accurate turnover documents. Our union technicians build, retrofit, and commission systems that pass inspections and keep you moving.

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WHO WE HELP

Fire protection installs in Pittsburgh, PA

We partner with general contractors, construction managers, property managers, facility and safety teams, and owners across Allegheny County. Projects range from core and shell to tenant improvements, change-of-use retrofits, and phased work in occupied buildings near healthcare, campus, industrial, and mixed-use corridors.

We design, install, and retrofit fire protection systems, coordinate with other trades, manage permits and inspections, and deliver complete turnover packages. When schedules are tight, we phase work to keep areas open, pretest systems, and combine inspections to reduce repeat trips.

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CITIES SERVED

Pittsburgh service area and nearby cities

For installation and retrofit projects in Pittsburgh, we plan work around real site conditions, traffic patterns, and inspection workflows. Downtown routes include PPG Paints Arena, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Acrisure Stadium, and PNC Park where crane picks and deliveries require precise windows. Oakland projects near the University of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University, and UPMC campuses often include quiet hours, ICRA barriers, and phased work across labs and clinical spaces.

We support mixed-use and tech spaces in the Strip District, Lawrenceville, Bakery Square, and Hazelwood Green, as well as industrial corridors along the rivers in the North Shore, SouthSide Works, and Neville Island. Airport-area scopes in Moon and Robinson are staged around security, delivery curfews, and event schedules. Main drains, hydrant flows, and pump runs are timed to avoid rush periods on I-376, I-279, I-579, and the Parkway corridors. Underground tie-ins and backflow approvals are coordinated with PWSA and local water authorities, with locate tickets filed before excavation.

Cold-weather phases include heat tracing checks, enclosure plans, and temporary heat for riser rooms so hydro tests and flushes stay on schedule. We manage AHJ submittals and inspections with local building and fire prevention teams and align pretest dates with the water authority to streamline acceptance.

Areas served near Pittsburgh

Downtown Pittsburgh, PA
North Shore, PA
Strip District, PA
Lawrenceville, PA
Shadyside, PA
Oakland, PA
Squirrel Hill, PA
Greentree, PA
McKees Rocks, PA
Bethel Park, PA
Penn Hills, PA

South Side, PA
Mt. Washington, PA
Bloomfield, PA
East Liberty, PA
North Side, PA
Robinson Township, PA
Moon Township, PA
Carnegie, PA
Homestead, PA
Mt. Lebanon, PA
Fox Chapel, PA

SYSTEMS WE INSTALL & RETROFIT

Fire protection systems we install and improve

We provide complete installation and targeted upgrades for the systems below.

Fire Sprinklers

Design and install sprinkler systems meeting NFPA 13 and 13R.

Standpipes & Hose Outlets

Engineer standpipe systems and outlets compliant with NFPA 14.

Fire Pumps & Controllers

Provide fire pumps, controllers, testing, and startup per NFPA 20.

Backflow Preventers

Install underground mains and backflows per NFPA 24 and codes.

PROJECT TYPES

Project scopes we handle

Comprehensive coverage of new construction, retrofits, and code upgrades.

New construction and core and shell.

Tenant improvements and building outs.

Change of occupancy and code upgrades.

Head relocations for ceiling changes and layout shifts.

System expansions for additions and mezzanines.

Panel replacements, device additions, and circuit corrections.

Pump and backflow additions with enclosures where required.

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HOW IT WORKS

What working with us looks like

Consult & Scope

We confirm system types, site contacts, and access details. When possible we combine services so you can add fire pump and backflow testing to the same appointment. We set a firm arrival window and offer after hours options on request.

Design & Submittals

We prepare drawings, hydraulic calculations, and cut sheets where required and submit for AHJ review. Coordination includes ceiling plans, mechanical conflicts, and penetrations. We respond to plan review comments with updates until approved.

Installation & Coordination

Union installers follow site safety rules and keep work areas clean. We coordinate with other trades, verify hangers and bracing, and phase work to match your schedule. Daily communication keeps the GC or owner updated.

Testing & Training

We conduct acceptance tests such as hydrostatic tests, main drain and flow tests, alarm function tests, and hood system checks. Your team receives simple training on valves, panels, and testing points before turnover.

Closeout & Warranty

You receive as built drawings, a basic operations and maintenance packet, and acceptance test results. We include a limited one year product warranty. If you want ongoing inspections, we set the first calendar.

Reports & Deliverables

Approved plans and redlines or as builts

Hydralic calculation & cut sheets

Permit cards and acceptance test results

Tagging and labels for systems and devices

Operations and maintenance training notes

Warranty details and proposals

Pricing and Quotes

Pricing is based on drawings or a site survey, device counts, equipment, and schedule requirements. You receive a written, itemized quote before work begins. Scope changes are documented through clear change orders.

Compliance & Documentation

Work follows applicable NFPA standards and local code. Reports, tags, and test records are prepared in formats your AHJ prefers. We attend inspections and help resolve comments quickly.

Scheduling and Lead Times

We plan around material availability and trade coordination. Control valves, heads, panels, and devices can have lead times. Early submittals reduce delays. Tell us your milestone dates and we will build the schedule backward.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you design and install or work from my engineer’s plans?

Both. We offer design build and plan and spec installation. We can also value engineer when the goal is a code compliant result with fewer delays.

Do you handle permits and AHJ inspections?

Yes. We prepare submittals, respond to plan review, schedule tests, and attend inspections until approval.

How long does a typical tenant improvement take?

Small suites can finish in one to two weeks once materials are on site. Larger spaces or complex occupancies take longer. We provide a schedule with milestones before work begins.